Financial Accounting Specialist

Job Listing ID:

4489697

Job Title:

Financial Accounting Specialist Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Portland

Date Posted:

05/10/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Financial Accounting Specialist location:

PORTLAND, OR, US, 97232

Company:

PacifiCorp Power Your Greatness PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpose Step into a role where your analytical skills fuel smarter business outcomes. From building financial models to evaluating forecasts and budgets, you'll research data, explore alternatives, and deliver insights that help leaders make sound, strategic decisions. Responsibilities Support the annual business planning process by coordinating with business partners, validating inputs, and consolidating submissions for leadership review. Build and maintain driver-based financial models (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow) to support forecasts and the business plan. Prepare and submit monthly forecasts, including assumption documentation, driver updates, and variance explanations versus prior forecast, plan, and actuals. Develop forecast and plan reporting that highlights key drivers, risks, and opportunities; communicate results and recommended actions to stakeholders. Maintain forecast and plan support files (assumptions, drivers, reconciliations, and data sources) to ensure transparency and auditability. Improve FP& A forecasting and planning processes (calendar, templates, and data validation) to increase consistency, accuracy, and timeliness. Perform ad hoc scenario and sensitivity analysis to support leadership decisions; summarize impacts and recommendations in clear, concise deliverables. Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of five years' experience in accounting, finance or a related field. Ability to analyze complex transactions, their accounting treatment and financial statement implications. A strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Experience in financial statement preparation and analysis. Strong communication and interpersonal skills include the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence, and understand social behavior and interactions. Ability to listen and communicate effectively through oral and written means. Proficient with the use of personal computers to gather, analyze, and summarize data. Preferences Advanced degree and/or CPA designation. General understanding of utility economics and accounting Experience in accounting information systems. Experience in SAP Financi Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Job Classification:

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Salary:

Not Provided Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 1 year

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A